A condition of filter element loading in which contaminant spans the space between adjacent sections of a filter element, thus blocking a portion of the useful filtration.

An untidy loose end of a rope (or rags).

A measure of the ability of a light source to show colors, based on a color rendering index.

Purchase of shares without entitlement to current dividends. This entitlement remains with the.

The upward curvature of the keel towards the bow and stern.

The current flowing freely through an external circuit that has no load or resistance; the maximum current possible.

Procedure where carrier tests the temperature of the internal flesh of refrigerated commodities to assure that the temperature at time of shipment conforms to prescribed temperature ranges.

An individual or organisation who seeks to take over a company by purchasing its.

The amount of moisture which, if available, would be removed from a given land area by evapotranspiration. Expressed in units of water depth.

The forward part of the bow which overhangs the keel.

A very high wind. Also called "Snotter"

An electrical conductor/cable that carries electricity from a generator to other locations for distribution.

A blend of gases tailored to replace the normal atmosphere within a container.

Going sideways due to a current's set.

Small, cake-shaped pieces of ice floating down rivers.

Lie at anchor

To develop a hole or break in the hull through which seawater could enter. Term originated from a sprung plank.

Shippers load and count. All three clauses are used as needed on the bill of lading to exclude the carrier from liability when the cargo is loaded by the shipper.

The method by which a racing yacht may object to the actions of a rival on the basis of a breach of the racing rules. A protest committee will hear both sides, and if the protest is upheld, the offending yacht may be penalized.

A compressor belonging to the group of displacement reciprocating compressors.